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This is how you get a roof window in your home

- make it happen with these six tips!

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Getting roof windows installed does not need to be difficult, and it does not need to break the bank either: it just takes a little imagination and a bit of planning.
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Get off on the right foot!

We all deserve a home full of natural light and obtaining the many benefits of roof windows is much simpler than it may seem. Roof windows bring much-needed natural air flow and a flood of daylight into any space, creating a healthy indoor climate that helps us to be our best selves. 

Most importantly, getting roof windows installed does not need to be difficult, and it does not need to break the bank either: it just takes a little imagination and a bit of planning. To show you what we mean, we have put together a guide of six tips that can help you get off on the right foot, avoid complications during the process, and finish strong.

Decide what you want from your roof window

Before you get into the logistics of planning to install a roof window, it is smart to take stock of what you want this roof window to do. This will help you determine the scope of the project and, later down the line, select the right roof window to suit your needs. 

1. Evaluate your space

Keep in mind that we use different rooms in our home for different activities and achieving the ideal amount and type of daylight for each space can greatly improve our enjoyment. Living spaces where we spend a lot of time, like living rooms, can benefit from plenty of daylight across the whole space. Bedrooms, meanwhile, are ideally equipped with roof windows that can open and close with the click of a button, bringing fresh air into the room and ensuring a good night’s rest. 


Explore the entire range of VELUX roof windows here.

2. Study the sun

When planning to install roof windows in your home, it is important to consider the orientation of windows and rooms in relation to the source of light, as this influences the availability and qualities of daylight.

Note that in the northern hemisphere, daylight coming in from the north provides a stable, functional light throughout the day. Light coming from south, east, and west, however, will likely flood the interior with direct light at a certain time of day, like sunrise, sunset, or high noon. 

Thus, grab your smartphone, enter the compass app and choose which orientation you would like to put your roof windows in!

3. Check for obstructions

The operation of your roof window in the room might also be worth considering. Roof windows operated by a bottom handlebar (Top-hung) are great at providing a beautiful view but require that you can stand directly under them and reach them to open. Roof windows placed above furniture, meanwhile, should have a top handlebar (Centre pivot), whose control bar at the top allows for things to be placed under the roof window without obstructing it when it opens. For a “smart home”, add VELUX ACTIVE that uses sensors to continuously monitor the temperature, humidity, and CO2 levels in your home - opening or closing your roof windows accordingly. 

No matter what your circumstances - or if you have any doubts at all - contact the VELUX advisory service for project input and support here.

Did you know

Obtaining a home full of natural light and the many benefits of roof windows is much simpler than it may seem.

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4. Plan it out

Everybody needs a good sense of what an exciting project like roof-window installation is going to entail, and that includes both a time plan and a budget. Most VELUX roof window installation projects can be completed in few hours, do not need any scaffolding, and the installer can work from inside the room without much disruption. That said, the price of your project will depend on a range of specific factors, including the number of roof windows you are installing as well as their size, the materials used, and labor costs based on location.

VELUX roof windows come in a range of typologies, each with its own installation procedure and price bracket. You might be pick one of the following types:

For the above options, prices can range from € 722 for a small roof window, including labor costs for 6-8 hours of work, to € 3,826 for the larger roof window balcony option, which might need 1-2 days of labor. Keep in mind that if your contractor will need third-party scaffolding, you can expect to pay another € 551. Moreover, check out your possibilities of tax deduction and eco-loans before installing a roof window here.

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5. Find a VELUX certified installer

Finding the best local partner for your project, from an architect to an installer, can be crucial, as they will take on the most difficult aspects of your project. They have all the needed know-how, and they can also have you navigate any relevant rules and regulations, so it is worth it to take your time and make sure you end up with a good one! Find a local VELUX certified installer here.

6. Look into permits and permissions 

Occasionally, there may be building restrictions in place that limit the type of roof windows a home is allowed to have installed, while in other cases, roof windows are the best or only choice. Make sure you and your VELUX certified installer contact local authorities before you get started, to be sure you are on top of the logistics.

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